Surfers Paradise Sightseeing River Cruises

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 31 minutes

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Enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise on the Surfers Paradise Canals and Gold Coast Waterways. Cruises departing daily; morning, Midday, afternoon, sunset and city lights cruises. Departing daily from Surfers Paradise and cruising the magnificent Gold Coast waterways and Surfers Paradise canals.

You will enjoy morning tea or snacks onboard, depending on cruise selected. Sit back and relax whilst taking in the spectacular sights the Gold Coast and Surfers Paradise has to offer. We have a two level boat with great views from the top deck. There is also a fully licenced bar onboard.

Choose between covered indoor seating downstairs or unwind on the sundeck and take in the stunning waterfront views while enjoying engaging commentary about the rich history and beauty of the Gold Coast and Surfers Paradise. Enjoy the local wildlife and dolphin's spotting at you on the cruises.

If you’re a visitor or a local, this cruise is the perfect way to relax and explore the from a new perspective.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Surfers Paradise River Cruises

Sit back relax & enjoy the magnificent views as you cruise past homes of the rich & famous with a fun facts commentary as you cruise. We also see our local wildlife including dolphins and sea eagles. Ice cold beer, wine, soft drink or fabulous cocktail from our fully licenced bar. Capture that breathtaking photo from our great sundeck & be sure to keep a watch out for the playful pod of dolphins that call the river home. This will be an experience to remember.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Gold Coast

We cruise through the Gold Coast Broadwater witnessing more local wildlife such as local sea birds, dolphins and more. We also cruise past the Southport Yacht club, Marina Mirage and Seaworld.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Two toilets onboard.

Cheese and crackers(Afternoon and city lights only).

1.5-hour sightseeing cruise

Antipasto platters, cheese and crackers with cold meats and olives (Sunset cruise only)

Commantary onboard.

Cakes, biscuits with tea and coffee (Morning cruise only)

Friendly guides to answer any questions

Drinks (available to purchase)

Options

Morning Cruise

Cruise

Afternoon cruise

Afternoon Cruise

Reviews

4.90

270 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

243

Great tour, love the vib, highly recommended
lancey455,,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Captain Peter is awesome! love the trip. Great to have kids onboard too! highly recommended
Pleasant experience on the water
Agnes P,,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great tour around the canals of Surfers Paradise. Informative and well organized. The crew was friendly and the complimentary snacks were a nice touch. Felt very safe and could be enjoyed by all ages.
nice
bhagirathp2024,,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I have booked with lunch showing. whie booking but only cake and cofffe this looks like making fool.
Great boat tour
798remyv,,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Lovely ride !!! Lots of drink options, good info on the neighborhood, comfortable ride !
A fabulous afternoon cruise!!
470JulieM470,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The cruise today was fantastic. Pete was so funny; he made the trip extra special with his knowledge, easy attitude and professionalism. The whole cruise was extremely enjoyable from beginning to end and we cannot recommend Pete and the crew highly enough.
Relaxing River Cruise
Mary V,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a lovely river cruise that have you a different view of Surfers Paradise and the surrounds It was about 1.5hrs in duration and the staff were friendly and very knowledgeable about the local area We enjoyed our trip and would recommend giving it a try in you’re in the area
Chill out for 1.5hrs
Susan M K,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
This was a lovely chill relaxing way to see the city and the big mansions and yachts. Our Captain was hilarious, a real natural wit. I wasnt that interested in the sights, but I really enjoyed a relaxing 1.5hrs just drifting up and down the river.
Lovely wee tour.
Helen G,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent tour. The skipper and crew were very friendly and safety conscience with regard to sailing under bridges etc . Well done .
Great experience
Guide622656,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Pete the Captain is so friendly, it’s a great cruise. The fruit cake is delicious! The cruise is reasonably priced for a family. We’ve done this cruise a few times and it’s always very enjoyable.
Great river cruise
Kimbirse,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent river cruise, beautiful day, with a wonderfully entertaining Captain, and lovely Louise who served great cocktails …..capped off with a pod of dolphins swimming alongside! Couldn’t ask for anything more!